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Movistar rider quits team two years early to join influx of Netcompany Ineos signings

Javier Romo has broken ties with Movistar after reaching a mutual decision to cut short his contract by two years. The twenty-seven year old Spaniard is moving to Netcompany Ineos on a two-year deal as part of a significant roster overhaul for both squads.

During his recent tenure, Romo secured a stage victory at the Tour Down Under, finished seventh overall at Itzulia Basque Country, and completed the Tour de France in fifty-fourth place. Geraint Thomas praised the incoming all-rounder for bringing proven WorldTour experience and versatility to the British outfit.

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